Knowing which glasses you should choose to complement your eye color can be challenging. At FramesDirect.com, we have a do-what-feels-right philosophy when it comes to fashion. People with olive skin can’t wear yellow? People with red hair can’t wear red? Who says? We believe you should wear the frames that make you feel great.
The top two questions we get from shoppers are: “what glasses will flatter my face shape,” and “what color glasses will go best with my eyes.” We cover which frames to select based on your facial features in our handy face shape guide, so this page is meant to help you select glasses based on the color of your eyes. When you pick your next pair of glasses, you can opt for a color in the same family (a complementary hue), or one that sits opposite from your eye tone on the color wheel. No matter what kind of glasses you choose—from the rugged and athletic, to the purely fashion-focused—you will find an array of color options to suit your preferences and bring out your eyes.
What Are the Best Glasses For Blue Eyes?
To bring out blue eyes, especially cerulean and light blue eyes, a midnight shade (otherwise known as navy) or a truer cobalt blue can be appealing. Glasses frames in coral and champagne shades complement blue eyes beautifully; even a traditional tortoise brown is a viable option. We suggest trying out the Vera Bradley Eva in coral. With their light coral accents and half-rim design, these frames will make those baby blues stand out.
What Are the Best Glasses For Grey Eyes?
If you have grey eyes, you should look for any glasses frames in grey or silvery blue to make your eye color pop. You may have to tone down your colorful look if you want your eyes to shine through, as vibrant colors will compete with your eyes. However, desaturated hues will leave people doing a double-take at your stunning, grey eyes. We love the Kate Spade Payton for wearers with grey eyes. The translucent blue frames will add interest to your face and draw attention to your eyes.
What Are the Best Glasses For Green Eyes?
Wearers with beautiful green eyes look great in a wide variety of glasses colors, allowing them to make the most of their looks, but shades that are opposite of green on the color wheel look the best. All shades of purple and plum would look amazing on green-eyed fashion mavens, while brown, gold, and opalized shades will also work well. You’re already divine, but try a bold emerald color if you’re feeling adventurous. We like the Ray-Ban RB7047 eyeglasses for people with green eyes, as their softly rounded edges and classic purple design will flatter any attire while drawing attention to your best feature.
What Are the Best Glasses For Hazel Eyes?
Amber-colored glasses look best with hazel eyes. Why? Hazel eyes are not one color, or as consistent as other eye colors. Instead, they are an interesting combination of brown and gold flecks, making hazel one of the most multi-dimensional eye colors. That makes amber the perfect complementary color for the complex coloring of hazel eyes. Delicate metallics, dusty pinks, greens, and greys will also make the most of your hazel eyes, and set off their hue. Opt for the Gucci GG06830 glasses and enjoy statement-making style and a flattering golden color to draw out the multiple shades in your eyes.
What Are the Best Glasses For Brown Eyes?
Brown is the most common eye color on the planet, so it’s lucky there are so many colors of glasses frames that look nice with warm brown eyes. Basic black and brown frames look great with brown eyes, but if you’re trying to be more creative, choose salmon, bronze, gold, lavender, or olive frames. Our pick for the best glasses for brown eyes are the Oakley Plank 2.0. These classic rectangular frames come in a versatile brown hue to bring out the color of your eyes.
What Are the Best Glasses for Dark Brown Eyes?
A pair of gorgeous violet or deep chocolate brown glasses frames look best with dark brown eyes. But you could also opt for a silver pair to add contrast to those dark brown beauties. Consider Prada PR 19WV eyeglasses, our top choice for the best glasses for dark brown eyes. The chocolate frames will complement the dark hue of your irises, drawing attention to your best feature—your eyes!
Whatever your eye color, make it pop with the right pair of glasses from FramesDirect.com. We make it easy to shop by color if you use one of our handy search filters. Find the best glasses that are perfect for youthe ones that will make everyone want to take a good look.
FAQs
For a subdued and understated look, choose frames in a colour that match with the neutral tones in your eyes, such as brown, beige, or black. If you want to channel a fun, statement-making look, choose a colour that's contrasting but complementary to your eye colour.
What color eyeglass frames go with everything? ›
Neutral-coloured frames such as black and brown are versatile and will suit anyone, but if you want to make a statement with colour to make your look pop, here's how to choose coloured frames.
What color eyeglass frames make you look younger? ›
When shopping for new frames, choose colors that match your skin tone, hair color, and eye color. Not only will this help you find glasses that suit your overall appearance; it will also help you look younger. For a more youthful appearance, it's best to choose warmer colors, like red, amber, and violet.
What glasses frames look best on me? ›
When determining frames, think of contrasting shapes. For square-shaped faces, use curved frames to soften your face's sharper angles and give it a thinner appearance. For heart-shaped faces, round glasses draw the eyes away from the forehead to give the face a more symmetrical appearance.
What color lenses look best with which frames? ›
Cool colors are blue, green, and light purple. These colors usually bring to mind things like the water, the sky, and icy temperatures. As a general rule of thumb, when picking out your lenses, we'll tend to suggest matching cool frames with cool lenses, and warm frames with warm lenses.
What is the most popular frame color? ›
Frames come in every color imaginable. However, some of the most popular frame colors are neutrals such as white, black, cream, or grey. Unpainted wood or gold and silver metal frames are also popular choices.
What frame color is best for a face? ›
Great colors for cool skin tones (blue or pink undertones) include cool-toned shades like blue, silver/gray, and green; Warm undertones (think “peaches and cream”) will be enhanced by warm tones of gold, red, brown, yellow, and tortoise.
How do I choose the right eyeglass frame? ›
How to Find Your Perfect Frames
- Consider Your Face Shape. ...
- Pick a Material. ...
- Decide on a Color. ...
- Choose the Correct Size Frame for Your Face. ...
- Think About Your Prescription. ...
- Channel Your Personality. ...
- Consider Your Lifestyle. ...
- Ask an Expert.
Let's see what kind of frames men and women most want to see on their romantic partners. From our female respondents' perspective, nearly a quarter thought rectangular frames were the most attractive on a partner. In second place were square frames, agreed on by more than 15% of women.
What glasses look best on an older face? ›
Rimless glasses are another great option for seniors. Because there's no frame around the lenses, rimless glasses are lightweight and less likely to overpower your facial features. They also give off a sophisticated and minimalist look.
You may want to consider choosing frames that soften your natural features. For people who want their frames to make them look and feel younger, cat-eye frames or upswept rectangular frames with rounded corners can achieve a younger feel. Remember: A well-fitting pair of glasses should not touch your cheeks.
What style of glasses make a woman look younger? ›
Bold frames help you stand out and declare that you're not afraid to defy age. Square or rectangular frames are ideal for a round face as they balance out your features and make your face look younger.
What kind of eyeglass frames are popular now? ›
What Glasses Are In Style For Men and Women Right Now? 2024 Glasses Trends to Watch Out For
- Quiet Luxury Fashion. ...
- Y2K-Inspired Glasses. ...
- Preppy Frames. ...
- Retro Glasses. ...
- Maximalist Glasses. ...
- Minimalist Glasses. ...
- Color Gradients in Frames. ...
- Clear Frames.
How to Look Good Wearing Glasses: 7 Style Tips
- Select the Right Frame for Your Face Shape. ...
- Choose Flattering Frame Colors. ...
- Wield That Makeup Brush. ...
- Experiment With Your Hair. ...
- Minimize Other Accessories. ...
- Keep Your Glasses Clean. ...
- Get a Pair With Snap-On Top Frames.
Shades like gold, brown, and red can complement greying hair and give a vibrant pop of colour to your face. Another option is to choose glasses with transparent frames or pastel frames, which have a softer, more delicate look.
What color picture frame should I get? ›
For instance, a warm-colored frame, such as one in gold, oak or maple, may be appropriate if the photograph's prominent colors are warm hues like red, orange, or yellow. Similarly, a cool-colored frame like silver or black may work well if the photograph's prominent colors are cool hues like blue, green, or purple.
Which color glass is good for eyes? ›
Brown and green lenses enhance depth perception, reduce glare and increase contrast and clarity. Red, orange and yellow lenses distort other colours, but also improve contrast and depth perception.
Which type of frame is best for eyes? ›
For women, round and oval frames add softness to angular features, while cat-eye frames can add volume around narrow cheekbones. Men might opt for round or browline frames to balance facial features.
